# Squirmy Edible Insects The Jell-O Worm Tutorial is the Perfect Spooky Treat for Halloween By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-09-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jello-worm References: [laughingsquid](http://laughingsquid.com/how-to-make-jell-o-worms-with-bendy-drinking-straws/) & [instructables](http://www.instructables.com/id/Bowl-of-Worms-Anyone/) Halloween is only a little over a month away, so it's just about that time to start planning the festivities, and the Jell-O worm recipe is sure to give you a little inspiration as to what to serve at this year's party. The squirmy dessert recipe comes from the instructables contributor cpacker1. This tutorial is sure to add a little [spooky delight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tous-les-jours-spooky-delights) to any [Halloween plans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-snacks-for-halloween). cpacker1 gives step-by-step instructions on how to create the super realistic slithering insects. All you'll need is some straws, [raspberry Jell-O](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-jellies), whip cream and green food coloring. The straws are used to mold the Jell-O into the worm shape. These would be a fun treat to serve to kids or adults. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Edible Insects:** The growing interest in edible insects as a sustainable and nutritious food source presents opportunities for food companies to develop innovative products and recipes. - **Halloween Treats:** The demand for spooky and creative Halloween treats creates opportunities for businesses in the confectionery industry to come up with unique and creepy dessert ideas. - **Food DIY:** The popularity of do-it-yourself food tutorials, like the Jell-O worm recipe, offers opportunities for content creators and brands to create engaging and shareable content around food crafting. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food & Beverage:** Food companies can explore incorporating edible insects into their product offerings, such as protein bars and snacks, to tap into the growing demand for alternative protein sources. - **Confectionery:** Confectionery companies can introduce Halloween-themed treats, like edible insects made from Jell-O, to cater to the demand for unique and spooky desserts during the holiday season. - **Digital Content:** Brands and influencers can leverage the popularity of do-it-yourself food tutorials to create engaging video content and capitalize on the trend of food crafting and creative recipe ideas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Edible Insect Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pest-infested-pops.md) - [Halloween-Themed Candy Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandworm-pizzert.md) - [Festive Jelly Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-cosmo-cocktail-jelly-cake.md) - [Colorful Gelatin Dessert-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-jelly-collection.md) - [Next-Gen Gelatin Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelee.md) - [Sour Candy Squares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jello-candy-squares.md) - [Edible Slime Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slime-candy.md) - [Spooky Ice Cream Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scoops-skulls-series.md) - [DIY Monster Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-pops.md)